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    Nonresidential Construction Spending Decreases in 15 Out of 16 Segments in February

    April 1, 2024
    Virtually every nonresidential construction segment experienced a decline in spending in February.

    New MCAA President Rick Gopffarth: Creating Leaders

    March 29, 2024
    Motivating and encouraging the MEP industry’s next generation to develop their leadership skills is a focus for Gopffarth during his presidential term.
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    Round One of the 2024 Plumbing National Championship Kicks Off

    March 29, 2024
    Prestigious competition seeks to honor the skill, precision, and dedication of plumbers nationwide.
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    A District Approach

    March 28, 2024
    Improving efficiencies and achieving net-zero goals through district heating and cooling isn’t necessarily new, but the conversation continues to gain momentum.
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    Kitchen and Bath Industry Show Marks Record Attendance in 2024

    March 27, 2024
    The show was held February 27-29, 2024 in Las Vegas as part of Design & Construction Week (DCW).

    Dept. of Energy Selects Kohler Co. to Pioneer Commercial Scale Decarbonization Solution in Company’s Largest Manufacturing Plant

    March 27, 2024
    Funding, matched with Kohler investment, will create jobs, decrease emissions, and support local economic development.

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    Monthly Plumbing Quiz: Faucets & Fixtures

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    PHCC Members Will Head to Capitol Hill During Crucial Election Year

    March 7, 2024
    PHCC will facilitate visits between members and their elected representatives during the annual Legislative Conference.
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    Economic Outlook from the National Association of Home Builders' Meeting of the Members

    March 4, 2024
    Single-family starts will rise in 2024, but supply side challenges will persist.
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    Weekly Product Gallery: Oatey, InSinkErator, Infinity Drain, Brizo, Clean-Fit Products

    March 1, 2024
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    2024 International Builders’ Show Attracts Largest Attendance in 15 Years

    March 1, 2024
    This milestone attendance—the highest level since 2009—reflects the bullish outlook of the residential construction industry.